Physics of Space Storms

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This authoritative book provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of space storms. Written by Professor Koskinen, a leading expert in the field, it merges fundamental concepts of space physics with a rigorous theoretical framework. The text covers a wide range of topics, from solar atmosphere storms to the solar wind, magnetosphere, ionosphere, and the geoelectric fields generated on Earth. It presents the latest information in a clear, analytical, and quantitative manner. Divided into three parts, Part 1 offers a phenomenological introduction to space weather from the Sun to Earth. Part 2 delves into the fundamental concepts of space plasma physics, discussing electrodynamics, statistical physics of charged particles, single particle motion in electromagnetic fields, waves in cold plasma, Vlasov theory, magnetohydrodynamics, instabilities, reconnection, and dynamo processes. Part 3 connects fundamental plasma physics to advanced research on space storms, examining radiation and scattering processes, transport and diffusion, shocks, and their coupling to the atmosphere and ground. The book concludes with a brief review of space storms on other planets. Extensive cross-referencing and exercise problems of varying difficulty enhance the learning experience throughout the text.